Smack dab in the middle of central Phoenix lies an oasis also known as the Willo District. Here you can find small architectural gems that were built in the 1930’s and beyond. Here is the Willo Home Tour. Willo Home Tour Throughout the neighborhood, you can see Pueblo, Spanish, Monterey, and Mission styled homes. There are also storybook cottages such as the Tudor and French Provincial styles. As always, the ever popular Ranch style can also be spotted. The bubbling fountain and ... View the Post
The Pink Ladies of Fat Tuesday
Happy Fat Tuesday! Have you ever seen a group of cuter Mardi Gras supporters? Here are a few tips to ensure a good time. The Pink Ladies of Fat Tuesday. The Pink Ladies of Fat Tuesday Have a parade with several cute floats. Pick a position on the sidewalk within the midst of a fun crowd. For safety have a secret service presidential posse. This will ensure that you’re not eaten by any land sharks. Be a good sport when you’re nominated for Mardi Gras Queen. My friend J and I ... View the Post
Like Sands Through The Plexi Glass
My friend T arrives today. I have been spending the past few days preparing a few things for her visit. One thing that she loves to do is relax in our Roman tub. I thought a container of bath salts would make for a happy invitation. Like Sands Through The Plexi Glass. Like Sands Through The Plexi Glass I purchased a carton of Epson salt in the pharmacy department of Wal Mart. The shatterproof plexiglass containers were found in the food storage section of the store. I already had the ... View the Post
A Bunting We Will Go
Over the weekend I sat down at my sewing machine to create a garland/ bunting/ banner for my guest room. My friend T arrives on Thursday for a visit and we will celebrate her birthday on Saturday so I thought a bunting would be a fun touch. A Bunting We Will Go. A Bunting We Will Go While making T’s bunting my thoughts turned to the Fashionista’s upcoming birthday. The theme of the party is “The Almost Famous Seventies Soiree”. Think vintage, denim and daisies coupled with fondue pots. Ah but ... View the Post
Cute Valentine Crafts
Cute Valentine Crafts: I adore frothy decor confections for this, the most romantic of holidays. Cute Valentine Crafts Life may very well be like a box of chocolates and the empty containers can be just as sweet. Wielding a glue stick and a roll of crepe paper begin by just folding a pleat and gluing it down. Using the edge of the box top as your guide continue to do this 500 times. :) Then add lace and trim with a glue gun. Add some paper punched hearts and a bit of Valentine-themed ... View the Post
Don’t grab the hot end!
Last Friday the weather was glorious here in Phoenix. (For those of you shoveling snow just remember for five months out of the year it is hot enough to singe your eyeballs.) I had reserved a spot in Terri Brush’s beginning soldering class. It was held in a lovely home in Phoenix that even had a pond full of koi. Don’t grab the hot end! Don’t grab the hot end! Roses and vincas were all abloom. The event was hosted by Melrose Vintage and they had set up a few of their delightful wares ... View the Post
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